It really depends on the state, or even the country. In Germany, you not only need to prove to be competent at driving need to know how to fix a flat, change your oil, do basic maintenance, etc. While in Sout Korea, all you need to do is pass a written test, drive straight a few blocks, do a U-turn, and then drive back to where you started.
I'm surprised he got a driver's license, since just about everybody fails their test the first time, and failure is not an option for Russ. When he does fail, he doesn't try again; he sues them for discrimination.